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$4,571,000
● House - Off Market

1101 River Road

Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
bedrooms
8 Beds
bathrooms
7 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
7,462 Ft²
$27,999
Est. Monthly
2.76%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Nestled on over 200 feet of direct Indian River frontage in one of Melbourne Beach's most historic and private enclaves, Mango Manor is more than a residence; it is a rare and irreplaceable piece of Florida's past. Built circa 1925 by Mark and Ella Oliver, early pillars of the community, the estate has stood quietly under a canopy of 70+ year-old mango trees for nearly a century. In the 1950s, it was lovingly expanded by the Fraser family, who transformed neighboring homes into guest quarters and filled the property with art, stories, and generations of memory. In 1996, Dr. and Mrs. Richard Moore took over stewardship of the manor and completed a full-scale restoration, preserving its soul while thoughtfully updating its systems  including completely new electrical, plumbing, ACs, appliances, windows, doors, trim, drywall and ceilings, exterior siding and hand milled architectural details. Since then, the current owners have continued to enhance the estate with the same level of care and respect further refining the property while honoring its original character.

The main home honors its roots with tongue-and-groove cypress ceilings, solid oak floors, hand-carved marble fireplaces, and a rare underground wine cellar with cypress racks and a mural by artist Jean Filipski. Three detached structuresa 1920s guest house, a 1940s beach cottage, and a poolside retreatoffer full kitchens, timeless details, and flexible living or hosting space.

Outside, the grounds feel like a secret garden: a self-sustaining koi pond designed by Feng Gu, winding Chicago brick paths, a 70-year-old Staghorn fern, and multiple fountains from the 1950s. A fully renovated saltwater pool (2024) is anchored by a reimagined summer kitchen, restored from the original 1950s bathhouse. The detached garage includes EV charging and a full attic above.

Modern upgrades include a new 2024 sealed-seam metal roof, a 21.5 kW whole-house generator, a 16 kW solar system, city sewer connection, updated HVAC with all-new ductwork, dehumidifier, attic spray foam insulation, and a commercial-grade wireless network that spans the entire estate.

This is not just one home; it is a collection of stories layered across a century. From its origins in 1925 through generations of artists, collectors, and caretakers, Mango Manor has stood quietly in one of Melbourne Beach's most private and historic enclavesevolving with time, yet never losing its soul. The architecture is enduring. The craftsmanship is irreplaceable. And the setting, with over 200 feet of river frontage and a canopy of mango trees, is entirely unforgettable.

Properties like this don't just sell. They are passed on. Preserved. Cherished.

Mango Manor is a legacy estate in the truest sense: a place built to last, and impossible to recreate.
Unit Size
7,462 Ft²
Days on Market
296 days
Land Size
1.46 acres
Price per sqft
$750
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$501
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1950

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Last updated: 6 months ago (Space Coast MLS #1051605)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 6, 2026 Sold
Sold
Apr 8, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Sep 26, 2025 Price Decreased $5,600,000
↓ $700K (11.1%)
Price Decreased
Jul 14, 2025 Listed by One Sotheby's International $6,300,000
Listed by One Sotheby's International
Jul 1, 2004 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1950
  • Effective Year Built: 1985
  • Building Count: 4
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 8
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 34
  • Exterior Walls Type: 5
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 7
  • Roof Cover Type: 5
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Garage Square Area: 772
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 17
  • Porch Type: 36
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 198

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 45,738
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 2,100
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 1,170
  • Total Building Area: 8,953
  • Gross Building Area: 8,953
  • Building Area: 7,462
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 7,462
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: WILCOX MELBOURNE BEACH
  • Land Acres: 0000001050
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1110
  • County Land Use Code: 0839
  • Legal Description 1: WILCOX MELBOURNE BEACH LOTS 1, 19, 20 & 21 AND N 40 FT OF LOT 18 BLK 10 & STRIP OF LAND BETWEEN RIVER ST & RIVER

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Brevard County School District
  • Census Tract: 066101

Zoning

  • Zoning: 3RS

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: MB 1 PG 58
  • Account Number: 2847438
  • Parcel: 28-38-07-FY-00010.0-0001.00
  • Block: 10
  • Lot: 1
  • Meridian: SEC 07 TWN 28S RNG 38E
  • Municipality: MELBOURNE BEACH
  • Latitude: 28.0671
  • Longitude: -80.5649

    Address

  • Full Address: 1101 River Rd
  • Address - House Number: 1101
  • Address - Street Name: River
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Melbourne Beach
  • Carrier Code: C002
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2533
  • Zip Code: 32951

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 1,658
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,219,318
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 34X0

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.4368
  • Valuation Date: Jan 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 12
  • Final Value: 1,734,947
  • High Value: 2,492,812
  • Low Value: 977,081

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $1,162,450

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $794,110

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 24, 2004
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 01, 2004
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2004207184
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Apr 15, 1997
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Apr 10, 1997
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 41
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